Town of Southern Pines Downtown Buildings Available for Lease RFP - 125 SE Broad St and 180 SW Broad St (2027)
Town of Southern PinesCity · Southern Pines, NC- Due
- Jan 11, 2027
- 69 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Beth Robertson
The 30-second brief
The Town of Southern Pines is seeking proposals to lease two historic municipal buildings located in the downtown business district: 125 SE Broad Street (former Town Administration building, approximately 2,046 sq. ft.) and 180 SW Broad Street (former Library and Finance building, approximately 7,541 sq. ft.). Both properties are situated in the Southern Pines Historic District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, requiring prospective tenants to adhere to historic district guidelines, permitting requirements, and specific use restrictions. The Town seeks an initial lease term of a minimum of five years, with a total combined term not exceeding 9 years and 11 months, and anticipates a commencement date around March 1, 2027. Interested parties are invited to an optional open house and building tour on December 3, 2026, and proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on January 11, 2027, via email to Town Clerk Beth Robertson.
Historic character compatibility, practical operations logistics, proposed financial terms, tenant qualifications
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Summary
The Town of Southern Pines is seeking proposals to lease two historic municipal buildings located in the downtown business district: 125 SE Broad Street (former Town Administration building, approximately 2,046 sq. ft.) and 180 SW Broad Street (former Library and Finance building, approximately 7,541 sq. ft.).
Both properties are situated in the Southern Pines Historic District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, requiring prospective tenants to adhere to historic district guidelines, permitting requirements, and specific use restrictions. The Town seeks an initial lease term of a minimum of five years, with a total combined term not exceeding 9 years and 11 months, and anticipates a commencement date around March 1, 2027. Interested parties are invited to an optional open house and building tour on December 3, 2026, and proposals are due by 2:00 p.m. on January 11, 2027, via email to Town Clerk Beth Robertson.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Historic character compatibility
- Practical operations logistics
- Proposed financial terms
- Tenant qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Leasing Entity information
- Proposed Use
- Operational Plan
- Improvements and Signage details
- Proposed Financial Terms
- Occupancy Timeline
- Qualifications
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 119 months
- Scope location
- Southern Pines, NC
- Projected sq ft
- 9,587 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Southern Pines?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 11, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Beth Robertson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Southern Pines in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Beth Robertson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Historic character compatibility, practical operations logistics, proposed financial terms, tenant qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Southern Pines?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Southern Pines are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Southern Pines regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 11, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Leasing Entity information, Proposed Use, Operational Plan, Improvements and Signage details, Proposed Financial Terms, Occupancy Timeline, Qualifications. Review the full document from Town of Southern Pines for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Southern Pines, NC. The total projected area is 9587 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.